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Guest column: Why Canadians aren't ready to trade steak for crickets

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Canada is home to the largest cricket farm in the world, located in London , Ontario .

Insect farming has potential, but its success in Canada will depend on bridging the gap between sustainability goals, market demand, and market demand.

Insects are a resource-efficient protein source, but food is deeply tied to culture and tradition.

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formal

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English

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